Figs

There is nothing like the unique taste and texture of fresh figs. They are sweet with a texture that combines the chewiness of their flesh, the smoothness of their skin, and the crunchiness of their seeds.

Product Chart

Pack Sizes

Net Weight in lbs.

Box Dimensions (inches)

Height

Tie

Pallet

12/8 oz Clamshell

6

24x16x2.5

28

5

140

8/1# Clamshell

8

24x16x2.5

28

5

140

6/12 oz Clamshell

6.5

24x16x2.5

28

5

140

12/1 pt Basket

10

26x12x5

15

8

120

Full Tray

4

24x16x2.5

30

8

240

Half Tray

2

12x6x2.5

30

20

600

A Few Reasons to Eat Figs

Lowers blood pressure

Assists in weight loss

Reduces risk of post-menopausal breast cancer

Figs Foccacia

The combination is so tasty and even better paired with a beer or glass of wine after a long day. California figs just got even better.

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Ingredients

1 medium-size red onion

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Coarse sea/kosher salt & freshly ground pepper to taste

Plain cornmeal

1 pound bakery pizza dough

8 fresh figs, halved

1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves

Directions

­Preheat grill to 350° to 400° (medium­high) heat. Cut onion into 3/4­ to 1­ inch slices. Brush onion slices with 1 Tbsp. olive oil, and season with sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Grill onion slices, without grill lid, 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until tender and lightly charred.

Preheat oven to 425°. Lightly dust work surface with cornmeal. Stretch dough into a 10­ to 12­inch oval on work surface. Place dough, cornmeal side down, on a greased baking sheet; drizzle with remaining 2 Tbsp. olive oil. Rub oil into dough. Arrange fig halves and grilled onion over dough, pressing lightly.

Sprinkle with rosemary and salt and pepper to taste.

Bake at 425° on lowest oven rack 15 to 20 minutes or until golden.

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Mandarins

Great as a snack, you can also add Mandarins to salads, or use their juice to make sauces.

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Pack Sizes

Net Weight in lbs.

Box Dimensions (inches)

Height

Tie

Pallet

22 lb Loose Fill

22

17 x 11.5 x 8.5

8

9

81

A Few Reasons to Eat Mandarins

Supports bone health

Lowers cholesterol and blood pressure

Boost immune system

Apple Avocado Salad with Mandarin Dressing

Mandarins are not only a wonderful snack, but a great ingredient for a salad dressing! Sweet and nutritious. No sugar or salt necessary.

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Ingredients

Salad

1 (10 ounce) package baby greens

1/4 cup chopped red onion

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese

2 teaspoons lemon zest

1 apple ­ peeled, cored and sliced

1 avocado ­ peeled, pitted and diced

Directions

Dressing

4 mandarin oranges, juiced

1/2 lemon, juiced

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

1 clove garlic, minced

2 tablespoons olive oil

salt to taste

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Kiwis

This delicious green seeded fruit is packed with Vitamin C and its flesh is almost creamy in consistency with an invigorating flavor that is unlike any other.

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Pack Sizes

Net Weight in lbs.

Box Dimensions (inches)

Height

Tie

Pallet

Volume Fill Loose

19.8

20x12x5.5

12

8

96

Single Layer Trays

8

20x12x3

30

8

240

16/1# Clamshells

16

24x16x5

16

5

80

6/4# Clamshells

24

24x16x5

16

5

80

20/1# Bags

20

20x12x5.5

12

8

96

A Few Reasons to Eat Kiwis

Protects DNA

Prevents colon cancer & diabetic heart disease

Reduces cholesterol

Kiwi and Orange Curd Tart

This super sweet treat has tart lovers in mind and is enjoyable year-round.

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Ingredients

Kiwis

1 sheet ready­rolled butter puff pastry

1 egg, beaten

6 kiwi fruit

Orange Curd

4 large eggs

4 oranges, zested, juiced

350g caster sugar

225g unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into small pieces

1 tablespoon cornflour

Directions

Instructions - ­To make the orange curd, lightly whisk the eggs in a medium saucepan until pale. Add the orange zest and juice, caster sugar, butter and cornflour. Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk the mixture continuously for about 7­8 minutes until thickened.

Reduce the heat to low and let the curd gently simmer for a further 2­3 minutes, still continuing to whisk. ­Remove the orange curd from the heat and set aside to cool completely.

Preheat the oven to 200°C.

Use a 22cm plate to measure and cut a circle from the pastry. Place the pastry on a lightly greased baking tray, then prick the top all over with a fork. Brush with egg and bake for 20 minutes until puffed and golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool completely.

Just before serving, spread the pastry with 1 generous cup of the orange curd. Peel and slice the kiwi fruit into thin rounds. Place on the curd, overlapping each slice. Serve immediately.

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Plums

There are few fruits that come in such a beautiful variety of colors as the plum. They have a soft thin skin and burst with sweet flavor and juiciness.

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Pack Sizes

Net Weight in lbs.

Box Dimensions (inches)

Height

Tie

Pallet

2 Layer Traypack

14 - 18

20x12x6.5

11

8

88

Volume Loose Fill

28

20x12x6.5

10

8

80

A Few Reasons to Eat Plums

Protects brain cells

Increases absorption of iron

Promotes a healthy immune system

Honey-Lavender Plum Gratin

Gratins are not only for entrees, but also make for great desert. This Plum treat becomes even more tempting once honey and lavender has been added. Get

­Spoon custard evenly into the dish or dishes. Arrange plums on their sides, slightly overlapping, in a single layer over custard. Sprinkle sugar evenly over plums. Broil until plums are lightly caramelized, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve immediately.

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Apricots

The apricot is a little orange fruit that somewhat resembles somewhere between a peach and a plum. They have a soft skin and are not too juicy but smooth and sweet in flavor.

Product Chart

Pack Sizes

Net Weight in lbs.

Box Dimensions (inches)

Height

Tie

Pallet

1 Layer Traypack

8

20x12x4

18

8

144

2 Layer Traypack

13 - 15

20x12x7

12

8

96

3 Layer Traypack

19 - 21

20x12x7.5

11

8

88

Volume Loose Fill

24

20x12x6.5

10

8

80

A Few Reasons to Eat Apricots

Reduces risk of cardiovascular disease

Improves eye health

Aids in weight loss

Broiled Apricots with Fresh Ricotta and Pistachios

Broiled Apricots with Fresh Ricotta and Pistachios

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon sugar

4 apricots, halved and pitted

8 teaspoons fresh ricotta cheese

2 tablespoons chopped pistachios

Directions

Instructions - ­Preheat broiler. Place sugar in a small saucer. Dip cut side of apricots in sugar to coat and transfer to a small broilerproof baking dish. Broil, rotating once, until apricots are caramelized and juicy, 3 to 4 minutes.

­Remove apricots from oven. Let cool slightly and top with ricotta and pistachios. Serve immediately.

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Limes

Limes carry a powerhouse of health benefits and are known to bring out the flavor in prepared food globally.

Product Chart

Pack Sizes

Net Weight in lbs.

Box Dimensions (inches)

Height

Tie

Pallet

38

20x12x9

10

6

60

A Few Reasons to Eat Limes

Aids in the prevention of cancer

Boosts immune system

Protects against arthritis

Mussels with Lime Juice and Mirin

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Ingredients

1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 7 limes)

1/2 cup mirin rice wine

1 teaspoon Asian fish sauce (nam pla)

1 lemongrass stalk, sliced diagonally 1/8 inch thick

3 scallions, sliced diagonally 1/8­inch thick

1 green chile pepper, finely chopped

2 pounds mussels, cleaned and beard removed

1/2 seedless cucumber, cut into 1/4­inch dice

Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

­Bring to a simmer; add the mussels. Cover, and let simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mussels have opened, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat; remove and discard mussels that have not opened. Stir in the cucumber. Serve garnished with fresh cilantro and basil.

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Persimmons

Persimmons are not only a seemingly exotic delicious treat but are also packed with various health benefits.

Product Chart

Pack Sizes

Net Weight in lbs.

Box Dimensions (inches)

Height

Tie

Pallet

1 Layer Traypack

7

20x12x3

25

8

200

2 Layer Traypack

13 - 15

20x12x5

12

8

96

Volume Loose Fill

25

20x12x6.5

10

8

80

24 - 1lb Bag

24

24x12x5

15

5

75

10 - 3lb Bag

30

24x16x5

15

5

75

8 3lb Clamshell

24

24x16x7

11

5

55

A Few Reasons to Eat Persimmons

Prevents cancer

Improves digestion

Improves eye health

Instant Persimmon Sherbert

What a treat with no guilt added! Making Sherbet has never been easier.

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Ingredients

8 fresh persimmons

Directions

Instructions - Simply cut off a piece of the pointed tip of the fruit, tightly wrap the fruit, and freeze for up to three months. Defrost the fruit in the refrigerator for about four hours, scoop the fruit, and enjoy!

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Pineapple Quince

The fragrant rich quince is not something you want to bite into raw, but adds a pleasant fruity aroma to many recipes and is also a wonderful side dish poached on its own.

Product Chart

Pack Sizes

Net Weight in lbs.

Box Dimensions (inches)

Height

Tie

Pallet

1 Layer Traypack

10 - 12

20x12x4.5

18

8

144

2 Layer Traypack

20 - 24

20x12x6.5

11

8

88

A Few Reasons to Eat Pineapple Quince

Protects cell membranes and brain cells

Promotes a healthy immune system

Protects intestines

Rosy Poached Quince

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Ingredients

7 cups water

1 cup sugar

1/2 cup honey

1 lemon (preferably unsprayed), cut in half

1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise

6 large, or 8 medium, quince

Directions

Instructions - ­Mix the water, sugar, honey, lemon and vanilla bean in a large non­reactive pot and turn it on to medium­to­high heat. You can add any additional spices or seasonings if you wish.

­While the liquid is heating, quarter, peel, and remove the cores of the quince. Make sure to removed anything tough for fibrous, being very careful with the knife.

­As you peel and prepare the quince quarters, slip each one into the simmering liquid. Once they’re all done, cover the pot with a round of parchment paper with a walnut­sized hole cut in the center and place it on top.

­Simmer the quince (do not boil) for at least an hour, until the quince are cooked through.